Understanding psychopathy and narcissism through the lenses of deristic thinking, control, and freedom provides valuable insights into why these individuals behave as they do. Their rejection of societal norms is not mere rebellion but a complex psychological strategy to cope with deep anxiety and a perceived lack of liberty. Recognizing these dynamics helps in developing better psychological frameworks and interventions that address the root causes of their behaviors rather than simply condemning their actions. Epstein: Depravity as Rebellion, Psychopathic Liberty, Defiant Freedom